amzthebookdevourer 's review for:

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

3.25

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I found the first half of the book to be excruciatingly slow at points, with excessive detail. However, I'm so glad I stuck with it as the second half was phenomenal! Secrets were revealed, tension was masterfully built, and the twists and turns were so unexpected. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Toxic relationship, Murder

Moderate: Cancer, Gun violence

Minor: Ableism, Incest, Infertility, Suicide, Dementia, Cultural appropriation